When riding on a slippery surface, you should:

On a slippery surface, any sudden change in speed or direction could result in a skid. Be as smooth as possible when you speed up, shift gears, turn, or brake on such a surface.

• Avoid making sudden moves, as doing so could cause a skid.
• Travel on the shoulder to be out of the way of traffic.
• Use only the rear brake because the front brake is ineffective on slippery surfaces.